An old man died at home.

If an elder dies in the family, we should also pay attention to geomantic omen when dealing with the aftermath, which is correct for both the deceased and the descendants of the family and needs to be properly handled. Next, according to the relevant knowledge of Feng Shui, it is good to see what taboos the younger generation should abide by after someone dies at home.

Don't be without relatives when you die

The feudal society in ancient times was very concerned about the issue of a family's lineage. It was believed that when an old man died, his descendants must be present, so that when he left, he would be sent away and not alone. Old people don't always have to worry about it in the underworld, and their souls can be at peace. If the old man dies in the presence of all his relatives, it is the greatest blessing. According to legend, the Bai people think that the old man died in the arms of his children and grandchildren, which is also called "receiving gas".

The date of the funeral can't be chosen on the mourning day

The mourning can be understood as literal meaning, which means that there has been more than one funeral at home recently. The mourning day generally refers to the situation that someone in the family or relatives dies one after another within 1 days after a person's death, so it is generally avoided to hold a funeral on this day to avoid the disaster of another family member's accident.

feng shui taboo related to funeral

families with funeral should hang white cloth and white paper on the gate to let people know that someone has died at home, and send a message to their relatives in other places or overseas, so that their children can hear about the funeral. Among them, it is especially prudent to report the funeral to the relatives in marriage. After the parents died and the date of the funeral was set, the dutiful son was going to visit relatives. When mourning, pay attention to the filial son not entering the house, kneel outside to salute, report the news of his parents' death to relatives and the specific time for the funeral.

It is forbidden to visit relatives and friends during mourning

Children should not visit relatives, friends, gatherings or New Year greetings during mourning, especially not to visit patients' homes, so as not to bring misfortune to others. As the saying goes, "Dress in filial piety and don't go to the neighboring house." These are some customs of filial piety, and it is better to avoid some behaviors.